Ljubljana, Aug 02 (V7N) – In a bold and unprecedented move within the European Union, Slovenia has announced a complete ban on the import and export of all types of military equipment with Israel. The decision, made official on Thursday (August 1), marks the first time an EU country has taken such a strong stance against Tel Aviv in response to its ongoing military operations in Gaza.

According to a report by Al Jazeera, the Slovenian government enacted the ban as a form of protest against what it describes as Israel’s genocide in Gaza. While Slovenia does not have a known history of arms trade with Israel, the symbolic nature of the ban reflects growing international condemnation of Israel’s actions in the region.

The Slovenian government has been vocal in recent months about its concern over civilian casualties and humanitarian violations in Gaza. The move is expected to place increased pressure on other EU nations to reconsider their positions and policies regarding military cooperation with Israel.

Human rights organizations have praised Slovenia’s decision, calling it a courageous step toward global accountability and a possible turning point in Europe’s approach to the crisis.

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